The Big Brew IQ Challenge

Big Brew, the first destination craft beer festival, is coming to Houston October 20 – 25, so get ready. Test your craft beer knowledge with Kevin Floyd, owner of Hay Merchant and one of Houston’s experts in the rapidly growing craft beer scene. Hay Merchat is one of the top 100 beer bar in the country, according to Draft magazine. Are you a master or a novice? Find out now. Top players are eligible for the grand prize including a private dinner for 6 at Hay Merchant with Kevin and 6 all-access passes to Big Brew. Runner’s up will compete for gift certificates to Hay Merchant and ticket to select Big Brew events. How crafty are you?

Are you craft beer expert?

Are you a craft beer expert? Test your craft beer knowledge with Kevin Floyd—one of Houston’s experts in the rapidly growing craft beer scene. Kevin will be a featured guest speaker at BIG BREW on Saturday October 25 during the two grand tasting sessions. Watch for his Craft Beer 101 seminar. Times to be announced soon.

In the short time since native Houstonian and local beer nerd Kevin Floyd opened Hay Merchant, the highly-successful Montrose venture has raked in national accolades and consumer kudos for its craft beer program. The bar, which was named one of the top 100 beer bars in the country by Draft magazine, has quickly established itself as the go-to destination for beer aficionados, thanks to its 80 expertly-selected beers on draft. Kevin and business partner Bobby Heugel opened their first venture, Anvil Bar & Refuge, in 2009, which was also recognized nationally for its beer selections, in addition to its renowned cocktail program.

In addition to an extensive knowledge of brew, Kevin also brings operations expertise to the table, having worked previously as a manager of Logan’s Roadhouse, opening 25 restaurants throughout the Midwest. Kevin manages the operations of both Hay Merchant and sister restaurant Underbelly. Kevin is the owner of Hay Merchant.